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Popcorn Sutton Folk Art Chest

 Collection
Identifier: MS-3912

  • Staff Only

This collection contains one Popcorn Sutton Folk Art Chest made by Eric Cunningham in Bristol, Tennessee.

Dates

  • 2017

Language

English.

Good Condition

The wood on the sides of the box is distressed but in good condition.

Conditions Governing Access

Collections are stored offsite and must be requested in advance. See www.special.lib.utk.edu for detailed information. Collections must be requested through a registered Special Collections research account.

Conditions Governing Use

The UT Libraries claims only physical ownership of most material in the collections. Persons wishing to broadcast or publish this material must assume all responsibility for identifying and satisfying any claimants on www.special.lib.utk.edu for detailed information. Collections must be requested through a registered Special Collections research account.

Extent

1 Linear Feet

Abstract

This collection features a Popcorn Sutton Folk Art Chest designed by Eric Cunningham in 2017. The box is decorated with an image of a moonshine press and a man.

Biographical/Historical Note

This Popcorn Sutton Folk Art Chest was designed and decorated by Eric Cunningham. Cunningham’s studio is located in Bristol, Tennessee. The wooden box is decorated with a moonshine press and the quote: “Jesus turned wine into water, I turned it into Likker.”

Good Condition

The wood on the sides of the box is distressed but in good condition.

Repository Details

Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository

Contact:
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Knoxville TN 37996 USA
865-974-4480